Description
This Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Rice Bowl is a quick and delicious meal featuring succulent shrimp sautéed with garlic, red pepper flakes, and Parmesan cheese, served over fluffy rice and complemented by steamed broccoli. Perfect for a healthy, flavorful dinner in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
For Serving
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 cup steamed broccoli (optional)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Heat the Olive Oil and Garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet along with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, ensuring they are thoroughly cooked.
- Add Parmesan Cheese: Remove the skillet from heat and immediately sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the shrimp. Toss gently to coat the shrimp evenly with the cheese.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the cooked rice evenly among 4 bowls. Top each bowl with the garlic Parmesan shrimp and add steamed broccoli or another vegetable if desired.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over each bowl and serve with lemon wedges on the side. Optionally, squeeze lemon juice over the shrimp for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lighter, low-carb option.
- For enhanced flavor, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the shrimp just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
